Highlands House, a romantic retreat on Orcas Island

Orcas Island, WA Vacation Rentals

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Highlands House

Above: The view from the hot tub
Left: The deck in sunset light

Highlands House is a great romantic retreat for one couple, or a vacation getaway for two couples near the waterfalls, lakes and hiking trails of Moran State Park on the side of Mount Constitution. Set in total privacy, the house is surrounded by cedar and fir trees affording peaceful nature views from every window.

Living area looking toward dining and kitchen area

Dining area of the great room

The 30 foot cedar and glass living room has a fieldstone fireplace at one end. An open kitchen at the other end is completely furnished with all appliances, dishes and cookware. The beautiful cedar table is set for your arrival with a gorgeous view of the water.

sunset view
A Highlands House sunset

The west side of the house is all glass with wonderful views of water, islands and sunsets. All rooms open onto the spacious deck with hot tub, adirondack chairs and barbecue.

Master queen bedroom with bath

Guest queen bedroom with bath

There are two separate queen bedroom suites, one at each end of the house. They are each furnished with a four poster peeled log bed, down pillows and comforter, antique pine dresser, and private bathroom with Italian stone tiled floor. They have a lovely view.

This is a relaxing environment which has been lovingly prepared for our guests. We invite you to:

Read a book in the big chairs by the stone fireplace
Cook a gourmet meal in the fully equipped kitchen, or barbecue, or
Make popcorn in the microwave and
Watch great movies on the VCR or
Listen to music or
Relax in the hot tub as the sun sets, and again when the stars come out
Hear the quiet and see the beauty

Right: The dining table and the view
Below: A cozy place to sit by the fire
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If you want to see the island, you might drive:

a few minutes to the state park for a swim in the lake or a hike through the forest trails
down the hill to Rosario Resort for dinner or Sunday brunch
5 minutes to the village of Eastsound for charming bistros, cafes, and shops
to explore artist and pottery studios tucked around the island
to meet your kayaking guide, or sailing charter, or whale watching boat trip with the nice people who take you out on those trips

We Provide: All linens, towels, dishes, cookware, barbecue, TV, VCR, radio, CD/tape player, telephone.

You Bring: Your food, charcoal for the barbecue, CD's and tapes.

We are open all year. We'd love to have you as our guests. There is a 2 night minimum, with 3 nights during the summer. No smoking please.

Please call 360-376-4114 from 9am to 7pm Pacific Time for inquiries and reservations. Ask us about last-minute pricing, up to 48 hours in advance!